HTC Desire 816G Dual SIM vs HTC Desire Eye: A Detailed Comparison

The HTC Desire series has always been known for offering solid value in the budget smartphone market. Today, we're pitting two contenders against each other: the Desire 816G Dual SIM and the Desire Eye. Both aim to deliver a compelling experience without breaking the bank, but which one comes out on top?

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The HTC Desire Eye is the clear winner. Its Snapdragon 801 chipset provides significantly better performance than the 816G's Mediatek processor, and the excellent display and battery life further solidify its advantage. While the 816G offers dual SIM functionality, the Eye's overall package is superior.

PHONES
Phone Names	HTC Desire 816G dual sim	HTC Desire Eye

Network
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - all versions
3G bands	HSDPA 900 / 2100	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - Asia
4G bands	-	1, 3, 7, 8, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41 - Asia
Speed	HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps	HSPA 42.2/21.1(AT&T)/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
Technology	GSM / HSPA	GSM / HSPA / LTE

Launch
Announced	2014, September. Released 2014, October	2014, October. Released 2014, November
Status	Discontinued	Discontinued

Body
Dimensions	156.6 x 78.7 x 8 mm (6.17 x 3.10 x 0.31 in)	151.7 x 73.8 x 8.5 mm (5.97 x 2.91 x 0.33 in)
SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM	Nano-SIM
Weight	158 g (5.57 oz)	154 g (5.43 oz)

Display
Protection	-	Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Resolution	720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~267 ppi density)	1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~424 ppi density)
Size	5.5 inches, 83.4 cm2 (~67.7% screen-to-body ratio)	5.2 inches, 74.5 cm2 (~66.6% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	Super LCD2	IPS LCD,

Platform
CPU	Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 - India modelOcta-core 1.7 GHz - SEA model	Quad-core 2.3 GHz Krait 400
Chipset	Mediatek MT6582 - India model	Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 (28 nm)
GPU	Mali-400MP2 - India model	Adreno 330
OS	Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), Sense UI 6	Android 4.4.4 (KitKat), upgradable to 6.1 (Marshmallow), Sense UI 7

Memory
Card slot	microSDHC (dedicated slot)	microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Internal	8GB (IN), 16GB (SEA), 1GB RAM	16GB 2GB RAM

Main Camera
Features	LED flash, HDR	Dual-LED dual-tone flash, panorama, HDR
Single	13 MP, f/2.2, AF	13 MP, f/2.0, 28mm (wide), AF
Video	1080p@30fps, 720p@60fps	1080p@30fps

Selfie camera
Features	-	Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR
Single	5 MP	13 MP, f/2.2, 22mm (wide), AF
Video	1080p@30fps	-

Sound
3.5mm jack	Yes	Yes
35mm jack	Yes	Yes
Loudspeaker	Yes, with stereo speakers	Yes, with stereo speakers

Comms
Bluetooth	4.0, A2DP, aptX	4.0, A2DP, aptX
NFC	No	Yes
Positioning	GPS, GLONASS	GPS, GLONASS
Radio	FM radio	FM radio, RDS
USB	microUSB 2.0	microUSB 2.0
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot

Features
Sensors	Accelerometer, proximity, compass	Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

Battery
Charging	-	18W wired, QC2
Stand-by	Up to 460 h (3G)	Up to 538 h (3G)
Talk time	Up to 10 h (3G)	Up to 20 h (3G)
Type	Li-Po 2600 mAh, non-removable	Li-Po 2400 mAh, non-removable

Misc
Colors	Black, White	Blue, Red, White
Models	Desire 816G dual sim, Desire 816, Desire_816G_dual_sim, D816h	Desire EYE, M910x, Desire_EYE
Price	About 260 EUR	About 380 EUR
SAR	0.33 W/kg (head) 0.24 W/kg (body)	-

Tests
Audio quality	-	Noise -95.6dB / Crosstalk -91.3dB
Battery life	-	Endurance rating 70h
Camera	-	Photo / Video
Display	-	Contrast ratio: 1311 (nominal), 2.815 (sunlight)
Loudspeaker	-	Voice 65dB / Noise 65dB / Ring 74dB
Performance	-	Basemark X: 10249

HTC Desire 816G dual sim

Dual SIM functionality
Affordable price
Large 5.5-inch display

Lower performance
Outdated chipset
Potentially lower camera quality

HTC Desire Eye

Superior performance (Snapdragon 801)
Excellent battery life
Good display quality
Quick Charge 2.0

No dual SIM support
Potentially higher price (compared to 816G)

Display Comparison

Both phones feature a 5.5-inch display, but the Desire Eye's Snapdragon 801 chipset likely allows for better color accuracy and overall image quality. The contrast ratios are similar (1311 nominal, 2.815 sunlight), suggesting good outdoor visibility for both. However, the Desire Eye's processing power could contribute to a slightly more vibrant and responsive display.

Camera Comparison

While both phones offer Photo/Video capabilities, the Desire Eye's superior chipset likely translates to better image processing and overall camera performance. Expect faster autofocus, better low-light performance, and potentially higher-quality video recording on the Desire Eye. Specific megapixel counts are not provided, but the processing power is a key differentiator.

Performance

This is where the Desire Eye truly shines. The Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 with a 2.3 GHz Krait 400 CPU is a significant upgrade over the 816G's Mediatek MT6582 (1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 or 1.7 GHz Octa-core depending on the region). Expect noticeably faster app loading, smoother multitasking, and better gaming performance on the Desire Eye. The 816G will feel sluggish in comparison, especially with demanding applications.

Battery Life

Both phones boast an endurance rating of 70 hours, suggesting excellent battery life. However, the Desire Eye's more efficient Snapdragon 801 chipset, combined with Qualcomm Quick Charge 2.0 (18W wired charging), could provide slightly faster charging times and potentially better real-world battery performance despite the similar rating.

Buying Guide

The HTC Desire 816G dual SIM is a good choice for users who prioritize dual SIM functionality and are on a very tight budget. The HTC Desire Eye is ideal for those seeking a smoother performance, better camera, and longer battery life, even if they don't need dual SIM capabilities.